DC Srinagar visits Sharika Devi Temple; finalizes arrangements for Navreh Festival

SGR APRIL 02:- Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat today visited Sharika Devi Temple atop Hari Parba, Badamwari to inspect the arrangements being made on the eve of Navreh festival, a festival celebrated on new Year as per Hindu calendar and beginning of Navratra celebrations.

During his visit, the Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by the members of Kashmir Pandit community and Senior Officers from Administration.

On the occasion, the While interacting with the management Committee of the Sharika Devi Temple, the DC took first hand appraisal of the arrangements made available at the venue to facilitate the visiting devotees particularly on the occasion of Novratra.

 The DC gave on spot directions to the PDD and PHE departments to ensure uninterrupted supplies of Power and water. He also asked CMO Srinagar to ensure a medical team with ambulance services at the Temple on the Navratri festival.

Similarly, SMC authorities were asked to keep sufficient personnel deployed at the venue for sanitation and cleaning measures.